New Delhi, May 27 -- In a world striving for net-zero emissions, re-use and recycling are central to policymaking. Extended producer responsibility (EPR), which is at the core of India's E-Waste Management Rules of 2022, mandates all producers, importers and brand owners to finance and manage recycling of the waste they generate.

EPR places primary responsibility on producers, alongside consumers and municipalities, to build a financially sustainable recycling ecosystem. Yet, many stakeholders struggle with EPR certification due to inadequate planning. EPR must be integrated into company accounting to meet mandated goals and enable a viable e-waste system in India. It is also a key part of corporate ESG mandates.

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